John Lewis Partnership

Walpole names Fortnum and Mason CEO as new chair

Walpole has announced the appointment of Tom Athron, chief executive of Fortnum and Mason, as the new chair of the UK luxury sector’s trade body.  Starting today (1 July), he succeeds Michael Ward, managing director of Harrods, who steps down after a nine-year term as chair. Ward has now become…

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John Lewis commercial staff return to office three days a week

John Lewis has confirmed that some parts of its commercial team have been asked to work either in the office, in stores or with brands and suppliers three days a week. According to John Lewis, flexible working “very much remains in place”, with a mix of office working, being close…

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John Lewis Partnership to reduce staff committee to boost efficiency

The John Lewis Partnership is set to cut its partnership council by a quarter this autumn, reducing the number of members from 57 to 43, according to reports from The Telegraph. The committee is an important part of the partnership’s democratic structure as staff that are elected to the council…

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John Lewis bosses face calls to bring back bonuses

The John Lewis Partnership is facing calls to reinstate staff bonuses, having last paid out bonuses in FY22, as it looked to turnaround the business in recent years.  According to The Financial Times, some workers have now shared an open letter and launched a petition through Organise calling on bosses…

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John Lewis wins approval for West Ealing housing plans

The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) has been successful in its planning appeal to redevelop Waitrose West Ealing and build hundreds of new homes.  A government planning inspector confirmed the plans had been given the go ahead after JLP submitted an appeal in summer 2024 on the grounds of a “non-determination”. …

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Today’s news in brief-25/4/25

The John Lewis Partnership has appointed Andy Mounsey as its new chief financial officer, effective immediately. Mounsey, who had been serving as interim CFO since last autumn, brings 13 years of experience within the business, including roles as Group Finance and Strategy director. A chartered accountant with prior experience at…

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John Lewis Partnership appoints new CFO

The John Lewis Partnership has announced that Andy Mounsey has been appointed as chief financial officer. Mounsey will take up the permanent role with immediate effect, having held the CFO position on an interim basis since the autumn. Mounsey, who previously held the position of the Partnership’s Group Finance and…

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Today’s news in brief-26/3/25

John Lewis is close to securing approval for its housing project in Reading, transforming a former customer collection facility into 215 homes, including 49% family-sized units and 10% affordable rentals. The development, featuring shared workspaces, a gym, and communal areas, is part of an £80m investment in rental housing. A…

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John Lewis housing development nears approval

John Lewis has submitted proposals to redevelop its former customer collection facility in Reading into a housing project, according to reports from the BBC. The scheme includes a mixture of 111 one-bedroom, 92 two-bedroom, and 12 three-bedroom homes. The site, which was previously used for customers to collect orders, closed…

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Today’s news in brief-13/3/25

John Lewis Partnership has announced that its staff will not receive a bonus for the third consecutive year, despite tripling its full-year profits from £42m to £126m. Instead, the company is investing £114m into staff pay, building on a £116m increase in 2024, and up to £600m in business transformation.…

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